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MiddleWeb.com – Resource for educators serving kids in grades 4-8. All 3600+ articles & reviews written by educators. Co-publisher of Middle Grades SmartBrief: https://edushare.ing/bR. We follow #edusky. Check out our Substack: middleweb.substack.com/about
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 1d
TEACHING WITH COLLEAGUES EXPANDS KIDS' LEARNING.

"I’m circling back to thinking about how useful interdisciplinary study can be in both widening students’ knowledge base and deepening their learning." #edusky @laurenbrownoned.bsky.social #teachersky #T2Tchat

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Interdisciplinary Teaching Helps Students Make Connections
Recalling a time when interdisciplinary teaching was common, Lauren Brown suggests ways teachers can revive a practice that emphasizes knowledge-based learning.
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Laura Segal Stegman @laurastegman.bsky.social · 1d
I'm still affected by these two books, among my favorites this year. Have you read them or do you plan to? Comment below!
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Ernesto Cisneros

#BookSky #Edusky #writingcommunity #writerscommunity #amwriting #kidlitcommunity #middlegrade
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Dr. Renae Bryant @drrenaebryant.bsky.social · 1d
This week is Banned Books Week! Please celebrate by purchasing and reading banned books. Go see The Librarians in the theater this weekend!

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#EdBranding #YourStoryMatters #dbcincbooks #BannedBooksWeek #EduSky #TheLibrarians
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 3d
DESIGN STEM PROJECTS TO EXPLORE THE PLASTICS CRISIS

Plastic pollution is a perfect real-world issue for STEM learning. It’s complex, it matters worldwide, and your students can actively participate in addressing it. @ajollygal.bsky.social #edusky #STEMed #STEMsky

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STEM Project Ideas to Recycle, Reuse & Reduce Plastic Waste
Discarded microplastics are everywhere, including inside us. STEM projects can help students explore ways to increase recycling, reusing and reducing plastic.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 3d
Thanks, Heather. Great piece by Laurie Hornik. #edusky
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Heather Perkinson @hkperkinson.bsky.social · 7d
Great ideas here for how to pace lessons from @middleweb.bsky.social that are applicable to lesson planning at any level, even college
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Planning and Adjusting Lesson Plans for Successful Pacing
Middle school teacher Laurie Miller Hornik shares six pacing techniques she uses to help make sure her lessons have well-timed beginnings, middles, and ends.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 3d
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 5d
Review: AN ENGAGING LESSON FRAMEWORK FOR RELUCTANT MATH STUDENTS.

In her book supporting math intervention, Juliana Tapper offers a "Math Wars" lesson framework. Our reviewer found it accessible, comprehensive and based on proven strategies. #edusky #iteachmath

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Teaching Math Intervention to Engage Students Who Struggle
In her book on math intervention, Tapper offers a "Math Wars" lesson framework. Our reviewer found it accessible, comprehensive and based on proven strategies.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 5d
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Teaching Math Intervention to Engage Students Who Struggle
In her book on math intervention, Tapper offers a "Math Wars" lesson framework. Our reviewer found it accessible, comprehensive and based on proven strategies.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 5d
Review: AN ENGAGING LESSON FRAMEWORK FOR RELUCTANT MATH STUDENTS.

In her book supporting math intervention, Juliana Tapper offers a "Math Wars" lesson framework. Our reviewer found it accessible, comprehensive and based on proven strategies. #edusky #iteachmath

www.middleweb.com/52688/a-math...
Teaching Math Intervention to Engage Students Who Struggle
In her book on math intervention, Tapper offers a "Math Wars" lesson framework. Our reviewer found it accessible, comprehensive and based on proven strategies.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 8d
Why Puberty Today Isn’t What It Used to Be

In an interview with Elaine Griffin, Dr. Cara Natterson shares how parents can support children and youth through the complicated landscape of modern puberty. #edusky

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Why Puberty Today Isn't What It Used to Be
In an interview with Elaine Griffin, Dr. Cara Natterson shares how parents can support children and youth through the complicated landscape of modern puberty.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 8d
We tried this one (one of several helpful chatbots Ferlazzo is creating), asking it the question "What is the best research on differentiating instruction?" Very helpful.
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Larry Ferlazzo @larryferlazzo.bsky.social · 13d
Check Out A Second Free AI Chatbot I Created – This One Is On Classroom Instruction larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2025/09/25/c...
Check Out A Second Free AI Chatbot I Created – This One Is On Classroom Instruction
Yesterday, I shared an AI chatbot I created on English Language Learner instruction, only using resources I’ve vetted (see Try Out My New Free AI Chatbot For ELL Teachers). I’ve …
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NPR @npr.org · 9d
When she was in the sixth grade, Tanya Eby's world was unraveling. One day, overcome with grief, she cried in class — and her teacher, Mrs. Welch, wrapped Eby in a hug.
She felt abandoned — until a teacher's hug reminded her she wasn't alone
When she was in the sixth grade, Tanya Eby's world was unraveling. One day, overcome with grief, she cried in class — and her teacher, Mrs. Welch, wrapped Eby in a hug.
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Larry Ferlazzo @larryferlazzo.bsky.social · 8d
October Is National Bullying Prevention Month – Here Are Related Teaching & Learning Resources larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2025/09/30/o...
October Is National Bullying Prevention Month – Here Are Related Teaching & Learning Resources
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. You might be interested in A Very, Very Beginning List Of The Best Resources On Bullying — Please Suggest More.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 9d
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 10d
NEW: HELP STUDENTS DISCOVER THEIR LEADERSHIP SKILLS.

Every student has the potential to be a leader. When everyone realizes this potential classrooms become more positive, productive places. #edusky #teachersky
@larryferlazzo.bsky.social @solutiontree.bsky.social

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How We Can Help Students Discover Their Leadership Skills
The authors believe every student has the potential to be a leader. When everyone realizes this potential, classrooms become more positive, productive places.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 10d
NEW: HELP STUDENTS DISCOVER THEIR LEADERSHIP SKILLS.

Every student has the potential to be a leader. When everyone realizes this potential classrooms become more positive, productive places. #edusky #teachersky
@larryferlazzo.bsky.social @solutiontree.bsky.social

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How We Can Help Students Discover Their Leadership Skills
The authors believe every student has the potential to be a leader. When everyone realizes this potential, classrooms become more positive, productive places.
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Dina Strasser @dinaeliz.bsky.social · 13d
I wrote about what means, in these precarious times, that I say the Pledge at the top of my voice wherever I am in school.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 14d
WHAT I AM PLEDGING WHEN I PLEDGE AT SCHOOL

For Dina Strasser, the Pledge is not a real-time reflection of America's status. It's an expression of the "liberty and justice for all" towards which we strive.
#edusky @dinaeliz.bsky.social @larryferlazzo.bsky.social

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What I Am Pledging When I Pledge Allegiance at School
For Dina Strasser, the Pledge is not a real-time reflection of America's status. It's an expression of the liberty and justice for all towards which we strive.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 13d
REVIEW: A True Hands-on Guide to Organized, Effective Instruction.

Our reviewer says: What really makes this book stand out is its ready-to-use nature. You finish a chapter and think, "I can do this tomorrow." #edusky @corwinpress.bsky.social #coaching #teachers

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Hands-On Guide to Creating Organized, Effective Instruction
The Teacher Clarity Playbook doesn't just tell you why clarity matters. It shows you how to achieve it step by step with all the templates and examples you need
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 14d
WHAT I AM PLEDGING WHEN I PLEDGE AT SCHOOL

For Dina Strasser, the Pledge is not a real-time reflection of America's status. It's an expression of the "liberty and justice for all" towards which we strive.
#edusky @dinaeliz.bsky.social @larryferlazzo.bsky.social

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What I Am Pledging When I Pledge Allegiance at School
For Dina Strasser, the Pledge is not a real-time reflection of America's status. It's an expression of the liberty and justice for all towards which we strive.
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MindShift at KQED @mindshift-kqed.bsky.social · 15d
Library teen spaces support not only digital learning and creativity but also emotional well-being and community building.

Learn how libraries are creating third spaces—neither home nor school—where teens flourish in Season 10, Episode 6 of @MindShiftKQED.👇

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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 17d
NEW: 6 Ideas to Fine-Tune the Pacing of Our Lessons.

Middle school teacher Laurie Miller Hornik shares six pacing techniques she uses to help make sure her lessons have well-timed beginnings, middles, and ends. #edusky #T2Tchat
#newteacher #sharemylesson

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Planning and Adjusting Lesson Plans for Successful Pacing
Middle school teacher Laurie Miller Hornik shares six pacing techniques she uses to help make sure her lessons have well-timed beginnings, middles, and ends.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 17d
"The modern school librarian is an advocate for joyful reading and meaningful learning opportunities in 2025." @sharemylesson.bsky.social @teachertoteacher.bsky.social #teachersky #booksky #edleadershipchat @mindshift-kqed.bsky.social #KidLit #MGLit #YALit #KidLitMegafeed @slj.com #AASL25 #libraries
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 22d
MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MODERN SCHOOL LIBRARIAN.

Today's school librarian is an advocate for joyful reading and a supporter and provider of many meaningful learning opportunities, writes @jennifersniadecki.bsky.social
#edusky #tlsky #SchoolLibrarians @aaslala.bsky.social

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Making the Most of Your Modern School Librarian
Today's school librarian is an advocate for joyful reading and a supporter and provider of many meaningful learning opportunities, writes Jennifer Sniadecki.
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Fay Thompson, Author/Artist @faythompsonauthor.bsky.social · 18d
No one is grading your rough draft work. You are not performing for love and approval. You are digging into your messy brain with a dirty shovel. Just dig. Your broom self can emerge later to hide the evidence of your messy self.

Write. Toss yourself in there.

#writingcommunity #booksky #weekend
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 19d
Review: WHAT'S MISSING FROM THE SCIENCE OF READING.

Author Natalie Wexler firmly supports Science of Reading but believes a content-rich curriculum is essential to build background knowledge older students need to understand more complex texts. #edusky #literacy

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Connecting Literacy Instruction to the Science of Learning
Wexler firmly supports SoR but believes a content-rich curriculum is essential to build the background knowledge students need to understand more complex texts.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 19d
Review: FINDING YOUR WAY AS A WOMAN IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP

Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership is an excellent mentorship resource for women seeking to enhance their leadership skills & effectiveness, writes principal DeAnna Miller. #edusky #leadership

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Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership
Finding Your Path as a Woman in School Leadership is an excellent mentorship resource for women seeking to enhance their leadership skills and effectiveness.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 22d
MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MODERN SCHOOL LIBRARIAN.

Today's school librarian is an advocate for joyful reading and a supporter and provider of many meaningful learning opportunities, writes @jennifersniadecki.bsky.social
#edusky #tlsky #SchoolLibrarians @aaslala.bsky.social

tinyurl.com/3z34vsk7
Making the Most of Your Modern School Librarian
Today's school librarian is an advocate for joyful reading and a supporter and provider of many meaningful learning opportunities, writes Jennifer Sniadecki.
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MiddleWeb @middleweb.bsky.social · 24d
HOW TO GROW A CULTURE OF THINKERS IN OUR CLASSROOMS.

"By cultivating deep questioning, valuing student ideas, and intentionally fostering a culture of thinkers, we move from delivering content to developing minds." @kathleenpalmieri.bsky.social #edusky #T2Tchat

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Thinking Classroom Design Replaces Compliance with Curiosity
When teachers build classrooms around how students think, they unlock a learning environment where curiosity replaces compliance, and excitement replaces dread.
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